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When is the best time to visit Kohtla-Järve?

Find the best time to travel to Kohtla-Järve, Estonia, with month-by-month weather, temperatures and precipitation. Also compare the local tourist crowds and the activities to do on-site.

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Kohtla-Järve : best time to go in brief
Most pleasant sea
above 19.2°C
July
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Best time to go to Kohtla-Järve

Our tips and advice for choosing the best time to travel to Kohtla-Järve.

The maximum temperature in Kohtla-Järve is on average 8°C over the year, with values generally ranging between -3°C in February and 21°C in July. About 922 mm of precipitation falls per year, with a minimum of 50 mm in April and a maximum of 114 mm in August.

The climate is suitable for a trip to Kohtla-Järve in: May, June, July, August and September. Nevertheless, the months when the weather is really pleasant are June, July, August and September.

For swimming, the most favorable period for water temperature is July, with a water temperature above 19.2°C.

In terms of crowd levels, the quietest periods are in February, March and November, while crowding is high in June, July and August.

Climate

Climate of Kohtla-Järve, Estonia

Temperatures, rain, sunshine and humidity allow you to quickly read the climate month by month in Kohtla-Järve.

Climate charts in Kohtla-Järve

Temperatures

Average curve and range between monthly minima and maxima.
Average Min / max

Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall observed each month.
Average rainfall Days with significant precipitation (>5 mm) Days with precipitation

Average daily sunshine

Average sunshine hours per day by month.
Sunshine hours

Relative humidity

Average humidity observed over the months.
Average humidity

What is the climate type in Kohtla-Järve?

Kohtla-Järve has a humid continental climate, which is a type of continental climate. More precisely, according to the Köppen-Geiger classification, it is a warm-summer humid continental climate (without dry season) (Dfb).

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What to do in Kohtla-Järve and the best time to go depending on your interests?

Identify the best times for each travel desire in Kohtla-Järve and the activities you wish to do there.

Activity calendar

Each dot indicates, month by month, whether conditions are more or less favorable in Kohtla-Järve.

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Activity Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
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Crowd levels and tourist seasons

Compare the busiest periods and the quieter months to plan your trip to Kohtla-Järve according to the atmosphere you seek.

Peak crowds
JulyAugust
High season
June
Mid-season
JanuaryAprilMaySeptemberOctoberDecember
Quieter period
FebruaryMarchNovember
Crowds at a glance

How do visitor numbers change in Kohtla-Järve?

Visitor numbers in Kohtla-Järve vary significantly depending on the time of year. The choice of month can therefore really change the atmosphere of the trip: livelier in high season, more relaxed and quieter in low season.

The high season is concentrated mainly in June, July and August, with more visitors, a livelier atmosphere and often increased demand for accommodations.

To travel with fewer crowds, the months of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December are generally the most interesting in terms of crowds.

Updated on 15/09/2026

Visitor index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize how visitor numbers vary over the year.
Average score
40/100
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Frequently asked questions

Best time to go to Kohtla-Järve: Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we most often ask ourselves before booking.

The best weather conditions in Kohtla-Järve are concentrated over 4 months: June, July, August and September. It is during this period that the weather is considered good to ideal.

Regarding weather, the least favorable months in Kohtla-Järve are the following: January, February, March, April, October, November and December. Travel remains possible, but expect less pleasant conditions and a more flexible itinerary.

Precipitation is concentrated mainly in these months: June, July and August. The peak occurs in August, with about 114 mm of precipitation spread over approximately 7 wet days. Conversely, the driest month is April, with about 50 mm.

The hottest month in Kohtla-Järve is July, with an average of 21°C during the day and 18°C at night. The coolest is February, with -3°C during the day and -5°C at night.

Swimming is most pleasant when the water temperature exceeds 19°C, that is during these months: July. The peak is reached in July, with about 20°C on average.

The sun is at its most generous in June, with about 18.2 hours of sunshine per day. The darkest month is December, with 2.9 hours per day.

Visitor levels are significantly higher during these months: June, July and August. For a quieter trip, aim for January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December. Over the year, the average visitor index is 40/100.

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